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Anambra Police Explain Viral Video, Say Bailiffs Didn’t Seek Security Support

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The Anambra State Police Command has clarified a viral video showing a confrontation between police operatives attached to B Division and court bailiffs during an alleged enforcement of a court order.   The Command, in a statement by its spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said the video circulating on social media captured only part of the incident and could not provide the full circumstances leading to the encounter.   According to the police, preliminary findings showed that its operatives responded to a distress call over the presence of unidentified persons and…

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2027: Amaechi, Ogboru Visit To Ughelli Traditional Ruler, Sends Strong Signal To Delta — Aduvie

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Delta State House of Assembly candidate for Ughelli North Constituency II, under the platform of African Democratic Congress, ADC, Mr Richard Ovwreghederohwo, has said the visit of the Vice presidential candidate of the party, Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amaechi, Delta State governorship candidate, Chief Great Ogboru, to the traditional ruler of Ughelli Kingdom has sent a strong political signal ahead of the 2027 general elections. The ADC House of Assembly candidate who described their visit as “wonderful” and “very rare”, said the decision of the Ughelli monarch and other traditional ruler…

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Anambra CP Orders Query of DPO, Two Officers Over ‘Missing’ Robbery Suspect

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The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, has ordered the immediate issuance of queries to the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of the 3-3 Police Station and a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) over the alleged failure to account for an armed robbery suspect reportedly arrested and brought to the station. The Commissioner also directed the immediate commencement of disciplinary proceedings against an Inspector of Police in connection with the incident. The directives followed a viral video alleging that an armed robbery suspect arrested by the police…

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World Teachers’ Day: Akpodiete Celebrates Educators, Reflects On 25 Years Of Teaching

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Professor Alexander Osondu Akpodiete has celebrated teachers across the world, describing teaching as both an extraordinary privilege and a profound responsibility in shaping the next generation. Akpodiete, who disclosed that he has spent more than 25 years in education, said his journey as an educator has provided him with opportunities to teach across different disciplines, institutions and continents while influencing students from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds. He made the remarks in a message marking World Teachers’ Day, where he reflected on his more than eight years of service as…

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World Teachers’ Day: Teachers Hold Key to Nigeria’s Future, Dafinone Declares

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has described teachers as the architects of Nigeria’s future, urging governments at all levels to prioritise their welfare, professional development and working conditions. Dafinone, in a message to mark World Teachers’ Day, said no nation could rise above the quality of its education, stressing that teachers remained central to building responsible citizens and a prosperous society. He said teachers went beyond imparting academic knowledge, noting that they also mould character, inspire ambition and equip young people with the values, confidence and skills…

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My Life, Businesses Not Safe After NDC 10,000-Man Rally in Ughelli’ — Tobore Cries Out

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Chieftain of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Ambassador Agbah Alex Tobore, has raised the alarm over alleged threats to his life and businesses following the 10,000-man rally organised by the party in Ughelli, Delta State.   Tobore, who spoke to newsmen yesterday after his business premises was sealed by the Ughelli North Local Government Council, alleged that the action was politically motivated and connected to his role in organising the rally. He said the sealing of his business came barely a day after the march, adding that he had received…

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10,000-Man Rally: Political Storm Brews As Egbo Seals NDC Chieftain Businesses In Ughelli

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    A chieftain of the National Democratic Congress, NDC, in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, Ambassador Tobore Agbah, has accused the council chairman, Olorogun Jaro Egbo, of sealing his business premises shortly after a 10,000-man rally he sponsored. Agbah alleged that the action, which took place on Sunday, October 4, 2026, was politically motivated, claiming that he had been pressured and threatened to cancel the rally before and during the event. He said he personally financed the rally from start to finish, including branding, logistics and…

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2027: Delta Central Can’t Afford Opposition to Abuja As Oboro Backs Dafinone

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Former member of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Evelyn Oboro, has urged the people of Delta Central Senatorial District to support the re-election of Senator Ede Dafinone in the 2027 general elections, saying the district cannot afford to remain in opposition to the Federal Government. Oboro spoke on Saturday, October 3, 2026, when Dafinone, who represents Delta Central in the Senate, visited her residence as part of consultations with political leaders and stakeholders ahead of the elections. The former federal lawmaker pledged her support for Dafinone’s second-term bid and…

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Dafinone Mourns Adiotomre, Says Urhobo Has Lost Elder Statesman

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has mourned the death of Chief Mike Adiotomre, describing him as an elder statesman, astute politician and respected leader who contributed significantly to the development of his people.   Adiotomre, from Ovu-Inland in Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State, died at the age of 88.   Dafinone, in a condolence message, described his death as a profound loss to the Adiotomre family, Ovu, Ethiope East, Delta Central and the Urhobo nation.   He said the deceased had a distinguished career…

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GOMEP-NG Urges Legal Intervention For 89-year-old Facing Death Sentence

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The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has urged lawyers, rights groups and the authorities in southeastern Nigeria to review the case of an 89-year-old man reportedly facing execution after nearly a decade in custody. The group said Pa Everestus Okereke and his eldest son, Ugochukwu, were sentenced to death by hanging in September 2022 over a 2016 incident in Imo State that reportedly resulted in the death of another man. GOMEP-NG, in a statement signed by its president, Akpovoke Otiti, said it was not seeking…

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